Due to course restrictions, this event is not suitable for Handcycle athletes (HC) nor Special teams.

Handcycle Division

Handcycle (HC) is a competitive division open to athletes who are paraplegic, quadriplegic or double above-the-knee amputees, and race using a hand cranked cycle on the bike, and a racing chair for the run. Handcycle athletes must use a recumbent handcycle on the bike course and a racing wheelchair on the run course. Conduct and standards for handlers of HC athletes is governed by the International Triathlon Union Rules.

The HC Division is a competitive division. Race awards with respect to the HC Division will not be based upon age-groups within the HC Division but will be given to the top female and male finishers of the HC Division.

Please click here for a list of Frequently Asked Questions below. For further inquiries, please contact the race specific email or [email protected]

Physically Challenged Open Division

Participation in the PC Open Division is available to athletes with a medically verified Visual Impairment (as such term is defined below) or a medically verified physical or neurological impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.

Athletes with other miscellaneous medical conditions such as, but not limited to, intolerance to temperature extremes, organ transplants, joint replacements (endoprosthetics), kidney dialysis, hearing impairments, and/or cognitive impairment are not eligible to participate in the PC Open Division.

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Special Teams require the combination of a fully-abled athlete with a disabled athlete. The Special Team will consist of only 2 persons who should compete in the entire race without any athlete substitutions. The disabled athlete is a person who is incapable of propelling themselves on the course using their own muscle power in any or all of the disciplines.

Please note: This does not include Physically Challenged Open or Handcycle athletes who may require a sighted guide or minimal assistance transitioning from one discipline to another.